LRAD

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What is the primary purpose of the Long-Range Acoustical Device (LRAD) as stated in the Standard Operating Procedure?

To address the public in the event of natural disasters

To provide crystal clear hailing and notifications (correct)

To be used as a communication device for law enforcement officers

To issue dispersal orders during crowd and riot control situations

Where is the LRAD supposed to be stored according to the Standard Operating Procedure?

In the police station lockers

In the patrol cars

In the evidence storage room

In the SWAT arsenal (correct)

Under what circumstances might the LRAD be used as mentioned in the Standard Operating Procedure?

During police incidents only

During riot control situations and crowd dispersal only

During natural disasters and evacuations only

During civil emergencies, natural disasters, and police incidents (correct)

Who is permitted to use the LRAD as per the Standard Operating Procedure?

Only those who have undergone LRAD deployment training Signup and view all the answers

How should the LRAD be transported when mounted on the outside of a vehicle?

At speeds not exceeding 15 MPH to prevent damage Signup and view all the answers

Where can the LRAD be mounted for use according to the Standard Operating Procedure?

Only on the SWAT Bearcat or mounted on a mobile tripod Signup and view all the answers

What is the LRAD warning tone used for?

To disperse crowds or individuals Signup and view all the answers

When can the LRAD warning tone be used in the field?

In short durations to gain immediate attention of persons or vehicles Signup and view all the answers

What precaution should LEOs take when in the immediate proximity of the LRAD for a prolonged period of time?

Utilize disposable hearing protection stored in the BearCat Signup and view all the answers

Who must authorize the use of the LRAD warning tone in the field?

The incident commander or higher authority Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended distance within which individuals should not be when the LRAD is at maximum continuous power?

100 feet Signup and view all the answers

When should advance notification be provided to perimeter LEOs?

Prior to activating the warning tone Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the use of a pre-recorded message is not applicable?

Use the handheld microphone or remote headset Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if the LRAD is used for prolonged periods on subject(s)?

"LEOs shall document use of the LRAD warning tone in the after-action report for the incident" Signup and view all the answers

What type of deterrent is the LRAD warning tone?

A sound deterrent Signup and view all the answers

Who should wear ear protection when in the immediate proximity of the LRAD for a prolonged period of time?

All LEOs Signup and view all the answers